2  When a land transgresses, it has many rulers,

but with a man of understanding and knowledge,

its stability will long continue.

12  ^eWhen the righteous triumph, there is great glory,

^fbut when the wicked rise, people hide themselves.

15  Like a roaring lion or a charging bear

is a wicked ruler over a poor people.

16  A ruler who ⁱlacks understanding is a cruel oppressor,

but he who hates unjust gain will prolong his days.

28  When the wicked rise, people hide themselves,

but when they perish, the righteous increase.